While the takeoff offers excellent coastal views on the left, the landing approach on the right provides more sustained scenic interest over the flight's final hour, with clear views of the Spokane River valley and surrounding Palouse terrain during descent.
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Flight Path
San Diego to Spokane is 1,029 miles (1,656 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
San Jacinto Mountains and San Gorgonio Mountain (visible during climb northeast of San Diego), Mojave Desert terrain, Sierra Nevada mountains (distant views during cruise over central California), transition to Columbia Plateau terrain as you approach eastern Washington
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from SAN
LEFTLeft seats offer immediate views of San Diego Bay, the Pacific coastline, and the initial climb over the coastal terrain. You'll see the bay's distinctive shape and the city grid before turning inland.
Landing at GEG
RIGHTRight seats provide excellent views during the descent approach into Spokane, with clear sightlines of the Spokane River valley, the city itself, and the surrounding Palouse region's rolling terrain.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from San Diego International Lindbergh Fld (SAN) to Spokane International (GEG)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from San Diego to Spokane. While the takeoff offers excellent coastal views on the left, the landing approach on the right provides more sustained scenic interest over the flight's final hour, with clear views of the Spokane River valley and surrounding Palouse terrain during descent.
What can I see during takeoff from San Diego International Lindbergh Fld in San Diego?
During takeoff from San Diego International Lindbergh Fld (SAN), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left seats offer immediate views of San Diego Bay, the Pacific coastline, and the initial climb over the coastal terrain. You'll see the bay's distinctive shape and the city grid before turning inland. Notable sights include: San Diego Bay, Pacific Ocean coastline, Point Loma peninsula, Coronado Island.
What can I see when landing at Spokane International in Spokane?
When landing at Spokane International (GEG), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right seats provide excellent views during the descent approach into Spokane, with clear sightlines of the Spokane River valley, the city itself, and the surrounding Palouse region's rolling terrain. Notable sights include: Spokane River valley, Spokane city, Palouse rolling hills, Gonzaga University campus area.
How long is the flight from San Diego to Spokane?
The flight from San Diego International Lindbergh Fld (SAN) to Spokane International (GEG) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,029 miles (1,656 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the San Diego to Spokane flight path pass over?
San Jacinto Mountains and San Gorgonio Mountain (visible during climb northeast of San Diego), Mojave Desert terrain, Sierra Nevada mountains (distant views during cruise over central California), transition to Columbia Plateau terrain as you approach eastern Washington